(Portland, OR) -- Early snow in the Cascades is leading to an early start to ski season. On Saturday, Timberline Lodge opened for daily skiing. The runs are limited, because of the conditions and they'll open more runs as more snow falls. Mt. Hood Meadows opens for a preview this Friday through Sunday with three lifts in operation. Mt. Bachelor opens Friday through Sunday as a preview for pass holders. It's the earliest opening since 1998. They'll open for the season the day after Thanksgiving.